Monday, December 10, 2018...December 10, 2018 Agenda Board Comments Closed Session Review Following a motion in open session pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (c) and (1)(j), it is anticipated

December 10, 2018 Agenda

EPSB Mission Statement

The Education Professional Standards Board, in full collaboration and cooperation with its education partners, promotes high levels of student achievement by establishing and enforcing rigorous professional standards for preparation, certification, and responsible and ethical behavior of all professional educators in Kentucky.

EPSB Meeting Agenda EPSB Offices

100 Airport Road, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601

Monday, December 10, 2018

EPSB Waiver Committee 8:30 AM ET – EPSB Conference Room B

EPSB Regular Meeting Agenda

9:00 AM ET – EPSB Conference Room A

Call to Order

Swearing In of New Board Members

Roll Call

Open Speak

Approval of Consent Items A. Approval of October 8, 2018, EPSB Meeting Minutes B. Waiver of Student Teacher Placement for Amelia Kolb (Ms. Cathy Jackson) C. Waiver of Student Teacher Placement for Olivia Athanasakes (Ms. Jackson) D. Request to Offer Course at an Off-Site Location, Boyce College (Ms. Allison

Bell) E. Request to Offer Programs at an Off-Site Location, Campbellsville University

(Ms. Bell)

Report of the Commissioner A. Report from the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet B. Report from the Council on Postsecondary Education C. Report of the Associate Commissioner D. Senate Bill 1 Report E. Other Updates


Report of the Chair A. Recognition of Former Board Member B. Appointments to the Code of Ethics Review Committee

Information/Discussion Items 16 KAR 3:011. Notice of Repeal of 16 KAR 3:010-3:050 (Ms. Cassie Trueblood, Dr. Eve Proffitt)

Action Items A. 16 KAR 3:090. Professional Certificates for Advanced Educational Leadership,

Notice of Intent (Ms. Trueblood, Dr. Proffitt) B. Request for SARA Approval for Liberty University’s School Counselor Programs

(Ms. Sharon Salsman) C. Guidelines for Approval of Proficiency Evaluation Plans (Ms. Bell) D. 16 KAR 5:010. Waiver of the Teacher Leader Master Requirements (Ms. Bell)

Waivers A. 16 KAR 3:010-16 KAR 3:050. Request to Waive the ISSLC and TSSA Standards

for Educator Preparation Providers (Ms. Bell) B. 16 KAR 5:060. Request to Waive the 2010 International Reading Association

Standards for Educator Preparation Providers (Ms. Bell) C. 16 KAR 5:040. Request to Waive Cooperating Teacher Eligibility Requirements

for Bonnie Lewis (Ms. Jackson) D. 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for

Nicholas Stephens (Ms. Crystal Hord) E. 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for

Katlynn Brown (Ms. Hord) F. 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for

Bridgett Duke (Ms. Hord) G. 16 KAR 2:010. Request to Waive Grade Level Requirements for Bell County

Middle School (Ms. Hord) H. 16 KAR 3:010. Request to Allow Other Administrative Experience to Meet

Requirements for Issuance of Superintendent Certification for Joshua Hatfield (Ms. Hord)

Alternative Route to Certification Applications A. Samantha M. Kline, Agriculture, Grades 5-12 (Ms. Hord) B. Scott P. Gray, Physical Education/Health, Grades K-12 (Ms. Hord) C. Wesley Bart Bellairs, Physical Education, Grades K-12 (Ms. Hord)


Board Comments

Closed Session Review Following a motion in open session pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (c) and (1)(j), it is anticipated that the Board will move into closed session to conduct a character and fitness review and to review potential actions relating to complaints and reports. The Board will also review pending litigation.

Case Decisions Following the closed session review, the Board shall move into open session. All decisions will be made in open session.

Adjournment

Next Regular Meeting: February 11, 2018 300 Sower Blvd Frankfort, KY 40601

On Thursday, December 13, the Education Professional Standards Board and the Office of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness (the administrative office of the EPSB) is moving from 100 Airport Road to the 5th floor of 300 Sower Boulevard, Frankfort, KY 40601. Onsite consultations with office staff will not be available on Tuesday, December 11th–Monday, December 17. The office will begin accepting visitors at 300 Sower Boulevard beginning Tuesday, December 18.

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item A

The actions delineated below were taken in open session of the EPSB at the October 8, 2018,

meeting. This information is provided in summary form; an official record of the meeting is

available in the permanent records of the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB), 100

Airport Road, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601.

Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB)

Minutes

EPSB Offices, 100 Airport Road, 3rd Floor

October 8, 2018

Frankfort, Kentucky

Call to Order

Chair Sarah Burnett called the meeting to order at 9:14 a.m. ET. She read the mission statement

to the Board and audience.

Swearing in of New Board Members

Education and Workforce Development Cabinet Deputy Secretary Mike Nemes and Council on

Postsecondary Education’s Vice President Dr. Aaron Thompson were sworn in by Kentucky

Higher Education Assistance Authority’s Kathleen Ragland.

Roll Call

The following Board members were present during the October 8, 2018, EPSB meeting:

Sarah Burnett, Kim Chevalier, David Graham, Donna Hedgepath, Justin Mitchell, Mike Nemes,

Sherry Powers, Shad Sletto, Steven Thomas, Dr. Aaron Thompson, and Rachel Watson.

Absent: Daniel Morgan, Ellen Murphy, and Dustin Phelps.

Open Speak

There was one request for Open Speak.

Mr. Jimmy Adams shared dialogue around education preparation regulation and the Option

Seven Alternative Route to Certification.

Approval of Consent Items

Approval of the August 20, 2018, EPSB Meeting Minutes

Approval of “Be the Elephant”: Preventing Sexual Harassment and Abuse of Students by

Education Personnel

Waiver of Student Teacher Placement for Alexis Gamblin

Emergency Noncertified Personnel

2018-052

Motion made by Mr. Shad Sletto, seconded by Dr. Aaron Thompson, to approve the consent

agenda items.

Vote: Unanimous


Report of the Executive Director

Report from the Secretary of Education and Workforce Development Cabinet

Deputy Mike Nemes shared highlights of the Cabinet’s current work with the Board.

Report from the Council on Postsecondary Education

Vice President Aaron Thompson shared highlights of the Council’s current work with the

Board.

Report of the Associate Commissioner of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness

Associate Commissioner Rob Akers presented an overview of the current work of the office

and praised the staff for their outstanding work processing hundreds of educator licenses.

Senate Bill 1

Dr. Eve Profitt presented an overview of the written report provided to the Board.

Other Updates

Commissioner Lewis presented an overview of the reorganization of the Kentucky

Department of Education.

Report of the Chair

Chair Burnett recognized Ms. Tolya Ellis for her many years of service and dedication to the

Education Professional Standards Board and to her service as a member of the Waiver

Committee.

Chair Burnett appointed Ms. Ellen Murphy to replace Ms. Ellis as a member of the Waiver

Committee.

Information/Discussions Items

New Regulation: Professional Certificates for Advanced Educational Leadership, Notice of

Intent.

Ms. Cassie Trueblood and Dr. Proffitt presented a first reading of the proposed regulation for

Professional Certificates for Advanced Educational Leadership.

Action Items

16 KAR 2:210 Provisional and Professional Certificate for Orientation and Mobility Specialist

Ms. Trueblood and Ms. Allison Bell provided information pertaining to 16 KAR 2:210

Provisional and Professional Certificate for Orientation and Mobility Specialist.

2018-053

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. David Graham, to approve the new

regulation 16 KAR 2:210.

Vote: The motion passed with a majority voice vote.


16 KAR 9:040 Part-time Adjunct Instructor Certificate, Amendment

Ms. Trueblood and Ms. Crystal Hord provided information pertaining to the amendments to

16 KAR 9:040 Part-time Adjunct Instructor Certificate.

2018-054

Motion made by Mr. Sletto, seconded by Dr. Thompson to approve amendments to 16 KAR

9:040.


16 KAR 2:100 Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, Amendment

Ms. Trueblood and Ms. Hord provided information pertaining to the amendments to 16 KAR

2:100 Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps.

2018-055

Motion made by Ms. Kim Chevalier, seconded by Mr. Graham to approve amendments to 16

KAR 2:100.


Revised Certification Applications

Ms. Hord provided information pertaining to the revised Certification Applications.

2018-056

Motion made by Mr. Sletto, seconded by Ms. Rachel Watson to approve the updated

Certification Applications.

Waivers

16 KAR 9:080. Request to Waive Section 3(d)(1) of University-based Alternative Certification

Program, University of Louisville

2018-057

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Justin Mitchell to approve the waiver

request for the University of Louisville.

Vote: The motion passed with unanimous voice vote.

16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for Kristie Combs

2018-058

Motion made by Mr. Steven Thomas, seconded by Mr. Sletto to approve the waiver request

for Kristie Combs.


16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for Justin Newby

2018-059


Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Thomas to approve the waiver request for

Justin Newby.


16 KAR 9:040. Request to Waive GPA Requirement for Adjunct Instructor Certification for Lara

Vest

2018-060

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Ms. Chevalier to deny the waiver request for

Lara Vest.

Vote: The motion passed with a majority voice vote. Mr. Sletto voted nay.

16 KAR 4:030. Request to Waive Out of State Certificate Requirement for Devon Horton

2018-061

Motion made by Dr. Donna Hedgepath, seconded by Mr. Graham to approve the waiver

request for Devon Horton.


16 KAR 3:010. Request to Allow Other Administrative Experience to Meet Requirements for

Issuance of Superintendent Certification for Robert Meuret

2018-062

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Sletto to allow Robert Meuret’s other

administrative experience to meet the requirements for issuance of a Superintendent

Certification.


16 KAR 8:020. Request to allow a Master’s of Rehabilitation Counseling to Count for a Rank

Change for Linda Denison

2018-063

Motion made by Mr. Graham, seconded by Ms. Watson to approve the Master’s of

Rehabilitation Counseling to count for a rank change for Linda Denison upon the condition

that the rank change is awarded upon completion of the Option 6 program and

recommendation for the Professional Certificate.

Vote: The motion passed with a majority voice vote. Ms. Chevalier voted nay.

Alternative Route to Certification Applications

Latrise Chatman- Business and Marketing Education, Grades 5-12

2018-064

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Mitchell to approve the alternative route to

certification for Business and Marketing Education for Latrise Chatman.


Patricia Nance- Middle School Science, Grades 5-9


2018-065

Motion made by Dr. Thompson, seconded by Ms. Chevalier to approve alternative route to

certification for Middle School Science, Grades 5-9 for Patrice Nance.


Board Comments

Mr. Sletto noted his concern regarding the lack of a KTIP or mentorship program for alternative

route certification applicants and encouraged alternative route certification applicants to seek out

more classroom management and pedagogical training within their district.

DISCIPLINARY MATTERS:

MINUTES OF CASE REVIEW

October 8, 2018

Motion made by Ms. Watson seconded by Dr. Thompson, to go into closed session to conduct a

character and fitness review and to review potential actions relating to complaints and reports in

accordance with KRS 61.810(1) (c) & (j). The Board also reviewed pending litigation.

Vote: Unanimous

Motion made by Mr. Graham seconded by Ms. Watson, to return to open session.

Vote: Unanimous

The following board members concurred with the actions as listed below with the noted

exceptions:

Sarah Burnett, Kim Chevalier, David Graham, Donna Hedgepath, Justin Mitchell, Mike Nemes,

Sherry Powers, Shad Sletto, Steven Thomas, and Rachel Watson.

Attorneys present were Deanna Durrett, Luke Gilbert, Joseph Martz, Cassie Trueblood, and

Chelsea Young.

Initial Case Review

Case Number Decision

1806903 Defer for Training

18071017 Dismissed

1806911 Dismissed

1806877 Attorney Review

1806891 Admonish and Training


1806895 Dismissed

1806955 Dismissed



18071023 Admonish and Training (Mr. Sletto dissented)


1806923 Admonish











1804635 Dismissed






18071009 Dismissed



18071049 Dismissed


1806951 Dismissed

1806935 Dismissed

1806931 Dismissed




1806929 Dismissed

1806933 Dismissed



1806937 Dismissed







1806885 Dismissed



1806927 Dismissed



1005329 Refer to Hearing


1604247 Dismissed

1604249 Dismissed

170219 Dismissed

17101453 Dismissed

1804687 Dismissed

1805787 Dismissed

17121555 Dismissed

17121557 Dismissed

17121527 Dismissed

17121545 Dismissed

1803253 Dismissed

1803279 Dismissed

1803307 Dismissed

1803319 Dismissed

1803347 Dismissed

1803215 Dismissed

1803339 Dismissed

1803225 Dismissed

1804597 Dismissed

1804595 Dismissed

1803257 Dismissed

1804569 Dismissed

Character/Fitness Review


181762 Approve (Mr. Nemes recused)






181773 Defer (Mr. Nemes recused)





181868 Deny (Mr. Nemes recused)














































182007 Defer (Mr. Nemes recused)



Agreed Orders



1803151 Tyler Perkins Accept Agreed Order retroactively suspending Certificate

Number 201163830 for a period of three (3) days, from

January 17, 2018 through January 19, 2018.

Perkins is admonished for exercising poor professional

judgment. The Board reminds Perkins of his ethical duty to

take reasonable measures to protect the health, safety and

emotional well-being of his students. The Board will not

tolerate any further incidents of misconduct from Perkins.

On or before March 1, 2019, Perkins shall provide written

proof to the Board that he has completed a course on

educator ethics training with an emphasis on student teacher

boundaries, as approved by the Board. Perkins shall pay any

expense incurred. If Perkins fails to satisfy this condition,

Certificate Number 201163830 shall be administratively

suspended until such condition is satisfied.

Certificate Number 201163830, including any and all

endorsements, is hereby subject to the following

probationary condition for a period of five (5) years:

During the probationary period, Perkins shall not receive any

disciplinary action for breach of student/educator boundaries

from any school district he is employed. “Disciplinary

action” is defined as any termination, suspension, or public

reprimand issued by any school district in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if requested, by

either a tribunal and/or arbitration process. If Perkins fails

to satisfy this condition, Certificate Number 201163830

shall be automatically suspended pending review and

disposition by the Board.

Perkins is aware that should he violate KRS 161.120, either

during or following this five-year probation, the Board shall

initiate new disciplinary action and seek additional

sanctions.

Vote: Unanimous (Mr. Nemes recused)

17061178 Rana Brown Accept Agreed Order stating Certificate Number 201197848

has expired. Brown is not currently teaching and has no

plans to return to the profession. Brown shall neither apply

for nor be issued any teaching, administrative, or emergency

certificate in the Commonwealth of Kentucky at any time in


the future. Any future application submitted by Brown, or

on her behalf, shall be denied.


1703587 Jayson Featherston Accept Agreed Order admonishing Featherston for

exercising poor professional judgment, and for using

physical force to move a student. The Board reminds

Featherston of his ethical duty to take reasonable measures

to protect the health, safety and emotional well-being of his

students. The Board will not tolerate any further incidents

of misconduct from Featherston.

Upon acceptance of this agreement by the Board, Certificate

Number 200212788 shall be revoked for a period of five (5)

years. Featherston shall immediately surrender the original

and all copies of his certificate, by personal delivery or first

class mail, to the Education Professional Standards Board,

100 Airport Road, 3rd Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.

In addition to any testing and/or educational requirements,

prior to reissuance of Certificate Number 200212788,

Featherston shall provide written evidence that he has

complied with the following:

1. Featherston shall provide written proof that he has

completed twelve (12) hours of training on the

Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky Certified

School Personnel, as approved by the Board. Featherston

shall pay any expense incurred.

2. Featherston shall provide written proof that he has

completed professional development or training on

classroom management/de-escalation techniques, as

approved by the Board. Featherston shall pay any

expense incurred.

3. Featherston shall provide written proof to the Board that

he has completed an anger management assessment, by

a licensed clinical provider, as approved by the Board,

and is compliant with all treatment recommendations.

Featherston shall pay any expense incurred.

4. Featherston shall provide written proof to the Board from

a Kentucky licensed or certified psychiatrist or mental

health professional that he has complied with a

comprehensive evaluation and is fit to return to the


classroom, presents as capable of performing his duties

as an educator, is not a danger to himself or others, and

is compliant with all treatment recommendations. If the

evaluating psychiatrist or mental health professional

recommends ongoing treatment, Featherston shall

provide the Board with written quarterly reports,

beginning three (3) months after reinstatement, that he is

compliant with all treatment recommendations and is not

a danger to himself or others. Featherston shall pay any

expense incurred.

If Featherston fails to satisfy these conditions, Certificate

Number 200212788 shall not be reissued until such

conditions are satisfied in their entirety.

Upon reissuance, Certificate Number 200212788 shall be

subject to the following probationary condition for a period

of ten (10) years.

1. Featherston shall receive no disciplinary action from

any school district in which he is employed during

the probationary period. If Featherston fails to

satisfy this condition, Certificate Number

200212788 shall be administratively suspended

pending Board review and disposition.

“Disciplinary action” is defined as any suspension,

termination, or public reprimand issued by any

school district in the Commonwealth of Kentucky

and upheld, if requested, by either a tribunal and/or

arbitration process. If the tribunal amends the

disciplinary action or if Respondent agrees to amend

the disciplinary action through arbitration, the new

disciplinary action if a termination, suspension or

public reprimand shall be considered a violation of

this condition.

Featherston is aware that should he violate KRS 161.120 in

the future, the Board shall initiate a new disciplinary action

and seek additional sanctions.


1803391 Tia Beltz Accept Agreed Order admonishing Beltz for exercising poor

professional judgment. The Board reminds Beltz of her

ethical duty to take reasonable measures to protect the


health, safety and emotional well-being of her students. The

Board will not tolerate any further incidents of misconduct

from Beltz.

On or before March 1, 2019, Beltz shall provide written

proof to the Board that she has completed a course on

educator ethics training with an emphasis on student teacher

boundaries, as approved by the Board. Beltz shall pay any

expense incurred. If Beltz fails to satisfy this condition,

Certificate Number 201122319 shall be administratively

suspended until such condition is satisfied.

Certificate Number 201122319, including any and all


probationary condition for a period of three (3) years:

During the probationary period, Beltz shall not receive any

disciplinary action for breach of student/educator boundaries

from any school district she is employed. “Disciplinary

action” is defined as any termination, suspension, or public

reprimand issued by any school district in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if requested, by

either a tribunal and/or arbitration process. If Beltz fails to

satisfy this condition, Certificate Number 201122319, shall

be automatically suspended pending review and disposition

by the Board.

Beltz is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120, either

during or following this three-year probation, the Board shall

initiate new disciplinary action and seek additional

sanctions.


170611128 Brooke Stansbury Accept Agreed Order revoking Certificate Number

000061548 from April 9, 2018 through April 9, 2020, a

period of two (2) years. Stansbury shall immediately

surrender the original and all copies of her certificate, by

personal delivery or first class mail, to the Education

Professional Standards Board, 100 Airport Road, 3rd Floor,

Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.

In addition to any educational and assessment requirements

necessary for certification at the time, Stansbury shall

comply with the following conditions prior to reissuance of

Certificate Number 000061548.


1. Stansbury shall undergo a comprehensive substance

abuse assessment by a Kentucky licensed and/or

certified chemical dependency counselor, as

approved by the Board. Stansbury shall submit

written proof to the Board that she has complied with

the assessment process and has successfully

completed any and all treatment recommendations, if

any, by the end of the revocation period. If Stansbury

is unable to complete all treatment recommendations

by the end of the revocation period, she shall submit

written progress reports from her chemical

dependency counselor on January 1st and July 1st

until such a time as the counselor releases her from

treatment. Each progress report shall certify that

Stansbury is continuing to comply with any and all

treatment recommendations, and that she remains fit

and competent to fulfill her duties as an educator.

Stansbury shall pay any expense incurred. If

Stansbury fails to satisfy this condition, Certificate

Number 000061548 shall not be reissued until such

condition is satisfied.

2. Stansbury shall provide written proof to the Board

that she has been assessed by a state certified mental

health counselor, as approved by the Board, and is

competent to fulfill her duties as an educator.

Stansbury shall provide proof that she has complied

with any treatment recommendations proposed by

the mental health counselor and shall continue to

provide written progress reports to the Board until

she has been released from treatment by the

counselor. Stansbury shall pay any expense

incurred. If Stansbury fails to satisfy this condition,

Certificate Number 000061548 shall not be reissued

until such condition is satisfied.

Upon reissuance, Certificate Number 000061548 and any

new endorsements or new areas of certification shall be

subject to the following probationary condition for a period

of five (5) years:

During the probationary period, Stansbury shall not receive

any disciplinary action from any school district in which she

is employed. “Disciplinary action” is defined as any

termination, suspension, or public reprimand issued by any

school district in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and

upheld, if requested, by either a tribunal and/or arbitration


process. If Stansbury fails to satisfy this condition,

Certificate Number 000061548 shall be automatically

suspended pending review and disposition by the Board.


1804631 Bobby Hildabrand Accept Agreed Order stating Certificate Number 201111780

is expired. Hildabrand shall neither apply for nor be issued

any teaching, administrative, or emergency certificate in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky at any time in the future. Any

future application submitted by Hildabrand, or on his behalf,

shall be denied.


1804639 Julester Bennett Reject Agreed Order admonishing Bennett for exercising

poor professional judgment. The Board reminds Bennett of

her ethical duty to take reasonable measures to protect the

health, safety and emotional well-being of her students. The

Board will not tolerate any further incidents of misconduct

from Bennett.

Certificate Number 200112115 including any and all


probationary condition for a period of two (2) years:

1. By June 1, 2019, Bennett shall provide written proof

to the Board that she has successfully a course in the

area of educator ethics, as approved by the Board.

Any expense incurred for said training shall be paid

by Bennett. If Bennett fails to provide written proof

by June 1, 2019, Certificate Number 200112115

shall be administratively suspended until such


2. By June 1, 2019, Bennett shall provide written proof

to the Board that she has successfully a course in the

area if diversity training, as approved by the Board.

Any expense incurred for said training shall be paid

by Bennett. If Bennett fails to provide written proof

by June 1, 2019, Certificate Number 200112115

shall be administratively suspended until such


3. During the probationary period, Bennett shall not

receive any disciplinary action from any school


district in which she is employed. “Disciplinary

action” is defined as any suspension, termination, or

public reprimand issued by any school district in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if

requested, by either the tribunal and/or arbitration

process. If Bennett fails to satisfy this condition,

Certificate Number 200112115 shall be

automatically suspended for a period of thirty (30)

days and subject to additional sanctions by the Board

pursuant to KRS 161.120.

Bennett is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120, either

during or following this probation, the Board shall initiate

new disciplinary action and seek additional sanctions.


1308588 Natasha Napier-Partin Accept Agreed Order stating Napier-Partin voluntarily,

knowingly, and intelligently surrenders her teaching

certificate, number 200401301, and agrees to not apply for,

nor be issued, a teaching or administrative certificate in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky at any time in the future. Upon

the acceptance of this agreement by the Board, Napier-Partin

shall immediately surrender the original and all copies of her

certificate, by personal delivery or first class mail, to the

Education Professional Standards Board, 100 Airport Road,

3rd Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.


1805797 Jason West Accept Agreed Order stating West voluntarily, knowingly,

and intelligently surrenders Certificate Number 200406803,

and agrees to not apply for, nor be issued, a teaching,

administrative or emergency certificate in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky at any time in the future. Upon

acceptance of this agreement by the Board, West shall

immediately surrender the original and all copies of his

certificate, by personal delivery or first class mail, to the


3rd Floor, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601.


170221 Claudia Woodring Accept Agreed Order stating Woodring shall not participate

in state testing until she provides written proof to the Board

that she has completed Administration Code training. If


Woodring fails to satisfy this condition, Certificate Number

199701050 shall be administratively suspended until she

provides appropriate written proof to the Board. Woodring

is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120 in the future,

the Board shall initiate a new disciplinary action and seek

additional sanctions.


1705711 Kathlyn Essex Accept Agreed Order stating by April 1, 2019, Essex shall

provide written proof to the Board that she has completed

Administration Code training. If Essex fails to satisfy this

condition by April 1, 2019, Certificate Number 201104278

shall be administratively suspended until such condition is

satisfied.

Essex is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120 in the

future, the Board shall initiate a new disciplinary action and

seek additional sanctions.


1211674 Timothy Moore Accept Agreed Order retroactively revoking Moore’s

Professional Certificate For Instructional Leadership--

School Superintendent from July 1, 2013 through July 1,

2016, a period of three years. Moore shall immediately

surrender the original and all copies of his certificate, by

hand delivery or first class mail, to the Education



Moore is currently retired. Prior to accepting a certified

position in Kentucky, Moore shall first comply with the

following conditions:

1. Moore shall provide a copy of his current criminal

record, as prepared by the Administrative Office of the

Courts, to the Board. If Moore has received any criminal

convictions, other than minor traffic violations, since

Commonwealth v. Moore, Timothy Garland Case No.

15-CR-00009 Bracken Circuit Court, Certificate

Number 000033271 shall be administratively suspended

pending Board review and disposition. If Moore fails to

satisfy this condition prior to accepting a certified

position, Certificate Number 000033271 shall be


administratively suspended until such condition is

satisfied.

2. Moore shall provide written proof to the Board that he

has completed six (6) hours of educator ethics training,

as approved by the Board. Moore shall pay any expense

incurred. If Moore fails to satisfy this condition prior to

accepting a certified position, Certificate Number

000033271 shall be administratively suspended until

such condition is satisfied.

3. Moore shall provide written proof to the Board that he

has completed twelve (12) hours of school law and/or

EILA approved training. Moore shall pay any expense

incurred. If Moore fails to satisfy this condition prior to

accepting a certified position, Certificate Number

000033271 shall be administratively suspended until

such condition is satisfied.

In addition, Certificate Number 000033271 shall be subject

to the following permanent probationary conditions:

1. Moore shall receive no criminal convictions. If Moore is

convicted of, enters a guilty or no contest plea, to any

criminal charge(s) other than minor traffic violations, he

shall provide this information to the Board in writing,

within thirty (30) days. A violation is not considered a

minor traffic violation if it is a violation for which jail

time may be imposed. If Moore fails to satisfy this

condition, Certificate Number 000033271 shall be

administratively suspended pending Board review and

disposition.

2. Moore shall not receive any disciplinary action from any

school district in which he is employed. “Disciplinary

action” is defined as any termination, suspension, or

public reprimand issued by any school district in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if requested,

by either a tribunal and/or arbitration process, including

any appeal therefrom. If the tribunal amends the

disciplinary action or if Respondent agrees to amend the

disciplinary action through arbitration, the new

disciplinary action if a termination, suspension, or public

reprimand shall be considered a violation of this

condition. If Moore fails to satisfy this condition,


Certificate Number 000033271 shall be automatically

permanently revoked.


1805795 Lucia Jenkins Accept Agreed Order permanently revoking Certificate Number

29426. Jenkins shall neither apply for, nor be issued, a teaching,

administrative or emergency certificate in the Commonwealth

of Kentucky at any time in the future. Jenkins shall immediately

surrender the original and all copies of her certificate, by





17121637 Daniel Wilson Accept Agreed Order admonishing Wilson for exercising poor

professional judgment. The Board reminds Wilson of his ethical

duty to take reasonable measures to protect the health, safety and

emotional well-being of his students. The Board will not

tolerate any further incidents of misconduct from Wilson.

Certificate Number 201190696 is expired. Wilson shall not

apply for nor be issued any emergency teaching certificate,

including emergency substitute certification. Wilson shall be

issued a temporary provisional or statement of eligibility upon

providing proof that he has met the academic and testing

requirements necessary for issuance of a certificate and upon

providing proof that he has complied with the following

conditions:

1. Wilson shall provide written proof to the Board that he

has successfully completed a course in the area of

educator ethics, as approved by the Board. Any expense

incurred for said training shall be paid by Wilson.

2. Wilson shall provide written proof to the Board that he

has successfully completed a course in the area of

professional development or training on classroom

management/de-escalation techniques, as approved by

the Board. Any expense incurred for said training shall

be paid by Wilson.

Failure to meet any of the above conditions will result in Wilson

being denied issuance of a Kentucky teaching certificate.



1803137 Kendra Baker Accept Agreed Order stating Case No. 1803137 shall be

dismissed conditional upon Baker providing proof that she has

completed a course on educator ethics training with an emphasis

on student teacher boundaries. Baker shall pay for any expense

incurred.

Baker is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120 in the

future, the Board shall initiate a new disciplinary action and seek



1804677 Deborah Sanning Accept Agreed Order admonishing Sanning for failure to make

proper arrangements for substitute teachers. While the Board

recognizes that Sanning has legitimate medical concerns, it is

crucial that she take the proper steps to ensure that these

difficulties do not interfere with the education of her students.

Sanning shall be sure to take these steps going forward.

Sanning has provided proof that she is receiving treatment for

her medical condition and is compliant with her physician’s

recommendations.

Sanning is aware that should she violate KRS 161.120 in the




1805809 Nick Karle Accept Agreed Order admonishing Karle for failing to

accurately report his employment history on his application.

Maintaining an open and honest record in regards to one’s

character and fitness reflects positively on said character and

fitness, and transparency is key to preserving the integrity of the

certification process. Karle shall be accurate and forthcoming on

any future applications for employment or certification.

On or before October 1, 2019, Karle shall provide written proof

to the Board that he has taken a course of training/professional

development on the subject of Professionalism as approved by

the Board. Any cost associated with the training shall be paid for

by Karle. Failure to provide the proof on or before October 1,

2019 will result in Certificate Number 201113496 being

administratively suspended until such proof is provided.


On or before October 1, 2019, Karle shall provide written proof

to the Board that he has taken a course of training/professional

development on the subject of the Professional Code of Ethics

for Kentucky School Certified Personnel as approved by the

Board. Any cost associated with the training shall be paid for by

Karle. Failure to provide the proof on or before October 1, 2019

will result in Certificate Number 201113496 being

administratively suspended until such proof is provided.

Certificate Number 201113496 shall be under a five (5) year

probationary period and subject to the following condition:

Karle shall receive no disciplinary action during the

probationary period. “Disciplinary action” is defined as any

suspension, termination, or public reprimand issued by any

school district in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if

requested, by either a tribunal and/or arbitration process. If Karle

receives disciplinary action during the two (2) year period,

Certificate Number 201113496 will be automatically suspended

for one (1) year.

Karle is aware that should he violate KRS 161.120 in the future,

the Board shall initiate a new disciplinary action and seek



1805841 Gregory Quenon Accept Agreed Order admonishing Quenon for attempting to

give students credit for a class without that class first being

approved for credit by the school’s Site-Based Decision-Making

Council. The purpose of the Council is to promote shared

leadership of the school by multiple interested parties, including

parents, teachers, and administrators. Taking unilateral action to

alter the curriculum defeats this purpose, and the Board urges

Quenon to strictly follow SBDM laws and regulations going

forward.

On or before October 1, 2019, Quenon shall provide written

proof to the Board that he has taken a course of

training/professional development on the topic of the

Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky School Certified

Personnel. Any expense for said training shall be paid by

Quenon. Failure to provide said proof by October 1, 2019, shall

result in Certificate Number 200100423 being administratively

suspended until Quenon provides said proof.


From the date the Board approves this Agreed Order, Certificate

Number 200100423’s Professional Certificate For Instructional

Leadership - Principal, All Grades, Level 2 and Professional

Certificate For Instructional Leadership--School Superintendent

shall be subject to a probationary period of two (2) years and

subject to the following condition:

Quenon shall receive no disciplinary action during the

probationary period related to violations of state school law.

“Disciplinary action” is defined as any suspension, termination,

or public reprimand issued by any school district in the

Commonwealth of Kentucky and upheld, if requested, by either

a tribunal and/or arbitration process. If Quenon receives

disciplinary action during the two-year period, Certificate

Number 200100423’s Professional Certificate For Instructional

Leadership - Principal, All Grades, Level 2 and Professional

Certificate For Instructional Leadership--School Superintendent

will be automatically suspended pending Board review and

disposition.

Quenon is aware that should he violate KRS 161.120 in the




Motion to Reconsider

Case Name Decision

CF 171515 Joshua Steward Approve motion and enter into the following Agreed Order:

Steward has submitted written proof to the Board that he has

completed educator ethics training, and a comprehensive

alcohol/substance abuse assessment. Upon acceptance of

this agreement by the Board, Steward shall be issued a

Kentucky teaching certificate.

Any and all certificates issued to Steward shall be subject to

the following probationary conditions for a period of five (5)

years:

1. Steward shall not be convicted of nor enter a guilty

or no contest plea to any criminal charge(s) other

than minor traffic violations. A violation is not


considered a minor traffic violation if it is a violation

for which jail time may be imposed. If Steward is

convicted of, or enters a guilty or no contest plea, to

any criminal charge other than minor traffic

violations, he shall submit this information to the

Board, in writing, within thirty (30) days. Failure to

comply with this condition will result in Steward’s

certificate being automatically suspended pending

Board review and disposition.

2. Steward shall submit a copy of his current criminal

record, as prepared by the Administrative Office of

the Courts, with any application for renewal of his

certification(s) and/or for additional certification(s).

Any expense required to satisfy this condition shall

be paid by Steward. Failure to comply with this

condition will result in the denial of all applications

for renewal and/or additional certification(s)

submitted by Steward or on his behalf until he has

complied with the condition.

3. During the probationary period, Steward shall not

receive any disciplinary action involving use of

alcohol or any illegal substance by a district in which

he is employed. “Disciplinary action” is defined as

any suspension, termination, or public reprimand

issued by any school district in the Commonwealth

of Kentucky and upheld, if requested, by a tribunal

and/or arbitration process. Failure to comply with

this condition will result in Steward’s certificate

being automatically suspended pending review and

disposition by the Board.


Recommended Order

Case Name Decision

1304259 Chanua Farmer Accept the hearing officer’s Findings of Fact, Conclusions

of Law and Recommended Order that Certificate Number

201160631 is revoked. Respondent shall immediately

surrender the original and all copies of his certificates by



Frankfort, KY 40601. The Respondent shall neither apply


for nor be issued a teaching, administrative, or emergency

certificate in the Commonwealth of Kentucky at any time in

the future. Any future application submitted by the

Respondent, or on his behalf, shall be denied.


17101459 Todd Bonds Accept the hearing officer’s Findings of Fact, Conclusions

of Law and Recommended Order that Certificate Number

201104372 is permanently revoked. The Respondent, Todd

Bonds, shall neither apply for, nor be issued, a teaching

and/or administrative certificate in the Commonwealth of

Kentucky at any time in the future. The Respondent shall

immediately surrender the original and all copies of his

certificates by personal delivery or first class mail, to the


3rd Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601.


Motion made by Dr. Powers seconded by Mr. Thomas to adjourn the meeting.

Vote: Unanimous

Meeting adjourned at 1:47 p.m.

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item B

KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item:

Waiver of Student Teacher Placement for Amelia Kolb

Commissioner’s Recommendation:

The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve the alternative

waiver request.

Rationale:

There are very few, if any, certified foreign language teachers in elementary schools.

Therefore, Western Kentucky University (WKU) was unable to find an elementary

school placement for Ms. Kolb’s student teaching. However, efforts have been made to

ensure the candidate will receive exposure to elementary instruction.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB approve the waiver of student teacher placement for Amelia Kolb, and

allow her to complete the 70-day placement in a high school setting?

Applicable Statute or Regulation:

KRS 161.028, KRS 161.030, 16 KAR 5:040

History/Background:

Existing Policy: Candidates pursuing a primary through grade 12 certificate shall have

their student teaching balanced between an elementary school placement and middle

school or high school placement. Institutions unable to locate a placement aligned with

grade level requirements shall submit an alternative placement request to EPSB staff.

EPSB staff may pre-approve the alternative placement request. If approved, the request

will be placed on the consent agenda for Board action.

Summary: WKU has requested that their teacher candidate, Amelia Kolb, complete her

70 days of student teaching in the high school setting. She will receive exposure to

foreign language in an elementary setting prior to and during her student teaching

experience. The Cooperating Teacher selected has prior experience with elementary

students.

Budget Impact: There is no budgetary impact.

Groups Consulted and Brief Summary of Responses:

Three staff members from the Division of Educator Preparation, Assessment and

Internship (Cathy Jackson, Allison Bell, and Margaret Hockensmith) met to review the

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item B

Alternative Placement Request for Amelia Kolb from WKU and the supporting

documents.

Because of the efforts of WKU to assure that their candidate will receive exposure to

elementary instruction, the group supports the Alternative Waiver Request for their

student.

Contact Person: Cathy Jackson, Cooperating Teacher Program

Division of Educator Preparation, Assessment and Internship

Office of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness

(502) 564-4606

E-mail: [email protected]

_________________________

Commissioner of Education

Date: December 10, 2018

mailto:[email protected]

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item C


STAFF NOTE


Waiver of Student Teacher Placement for Olivia Athanasakes


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve the alternative

waiver request.

Rationale:

There are very few, if any, certified foreign language teachers in elementary schools.

Therefore, Western Kentucky University (WKU) was unable to find an elementary

school placement for Ms. Athanasake’s student teaching. However, efforts have been

made to ensure the candidate will receive exposure to elementary instruction.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB approve the waiver of student teacher placement for Olivia

Athanasakes, and allow her to complete the 70-day placement in a high school setting?


KRS 161.028, KRS 161.030, 16 KAR 5:040

History/Background:

Existing Policy: Candidates pursuing a primary through grade 12 certificate shall have

their student teaching balanced between an elementary school placement and middle

school or high school placement. Institutions unable to locate a placement aligned with

grade level requirements shall submit an alternative placement request to EPSB staff.

EPSB staff may pre-approve the alternative placement request. If approved, the request

will be placed on the consent agenda for Board action.

Summary: WKU has requested that their teacher candidate, Olivia Athanasakes,

complete her 70 days of student teaching in the high school setting. She will receive

exposure to foreign language in an elementary setting prior to and during her student

teaching experience. The Cooperating Teacher selected has prior experience with

elementary students.



Three staff members from the Division of Educator Preparation, Assessment and

Internship (Cathy Jackson, Allison Bell, and Margaret Hockensmith) met to review the

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item C

Alternative Placement Request for Olivia Athanasake from WKU and the supporting

documents.

Because of the efforts of WKU to assure that their candidate will receive exposure to

elementary instruction, the group supports the Alternative Waiver Request for their

student.

Contact Person: Cathy Jackson, Cooperating Teacher Program



(502) 564-4606


_________________________




December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item D


STAFF NOTE

Action/Consent Item:

Request to Offer Course at an Off-Site Location, Boyce College


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve Boyce College’s request.

Rationale:

Boyce College has addressed the identified components of the applicable regulation in the

request. These required components include the location and physical attributes, qualifications of

faculty, and identified courses to be offered at the off-site location.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB approve Boyce College’s request to offer one course at an off-site location?


KRS 161.028, KRS 161.048, 16 KAR 5:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:010, Section 28, requires EPSB approval for off-site and online

programs established by educator preparation providers. The regulation requires educator

preparation providers to seek approval from the EPSB before offering courses or whole programs

at an off-campus site. The institution must submit a written request describing the location and

physical attributes of the off-campus site, resources to be provided, faculty and their

qualifications, and a list of courses or programs to be offered.

Summary: Boyce College is requesting approval to offer ED 210, Computers and Media in

Schools, in the computer lab at Englehard Elementary School in Jefferson County. The faculty

member, Dr. Ryan McCoy, is the current principal at Englehard Elementary. The computer lab is

equipped with 24 computers that already have the needed programs. The current computer lab at

Boyce College is not in an enclosed space and would not provide a conducive teaching and

learning environment for this class.



Staff has reviewed the request from Boyce College and determined that the requirements of 16

KAR 5:010, Section 28(1)(a) have been met.

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item D

Contact Person:

Ms. Allison Bell, Program Consultant II


Office of Education Licensure and Effectiveness

(502) 564-4606


___________________________


Date:

December 10, 2018


December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item E


STAFF NOTE

Action/Consent Item:

Request to Offer Programs at an Off-Site Location, Campbellsville University


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve Campbellsville

University’s request.

Rationale:

Campbellsville University has addressed the identified components of the applicable regulation

in the request. These required components include the location and physical attributes,

qualifications of faculty, and identified courses to be offered at the off-site location.

Campbellsville University can provide the necessary resources, advisement, and faculty to

support the additional off-site location. Candidates will have full access to instructional and

technological resources.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB approve Campbellsville University’s request to offer programs at an off-site

location?


KRS 161.028, KRS 161.048, 16 KAR 5:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:010, Section 28, requires EPSB approval for off-site and online

programs established by educator preparation providers. The regulation requires educator

preparation providers to seek approval from the EPSB before offering courses or whole programs

at an off-campus site. The institution must submit a written request describing the location and

physical attributes of the off-campus site, resources to be provided, faculty and their

qualifications, and a list of courses or programs to be offered.

Summary: Campbellsville University is requesting approval for one off-site campus. The off-site

location in Garrard County is requested in order to offer the School Principal certification

program at the Garrard Education Center (GEC) in Lancaster. The GEC is the former Garrard

Middle School. Resources available at the GEC include a distance learning lab, two computer

labs, a classroom set of chrome books, and online access to Campbellsville University’s main

campus library. The identified classroom is a typical high school classroom with desks, a

projector and interactive screen. Campbellsville University will employ two faculty who will be

co-teaching the campus-based courses, while the online courses will be taught by Campbellsville

December 10, 2018 Meeting Consent Item E

University graduate faculty. This request is the result of a partnership with Garrard County Public

Schools to create a “Grow Your Own” effort with the school district.



Staff has reviewed the request from Campbellsville University and determined that the

requirements of 16 KAR 5:010, Section 28(1)(a) have been met.

Contact Person:



Office of Education Licensure and Effectiveness

(502) 564-4606


___________________________


Date:

December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Information Item


STAFF NOTE

Review Item:

16 KAR 3:011: Repeal of 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030, 16 KAR 3:040,

and 16 KAR 3:050.

Rationale:

The regulatory updates based on the recommendations from stakeholders will streamline

the regulations for Advanced Educational Leaders and implement the national standards

that articulate the knowledge and skills expected of school leaders.


KRS 161.020, 161.027, 161.028, 161.030, 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR

3:030, 16 KAR 3:040, 16 KAR 3:050

History/Background:

Existing Policy: The requirements for administrative preparation and certification are

currently divided among five regulations: 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030,

16 KAR 3:040, and 16 KAR 3:050. In August 2016, the EPSB became a partner with

Western Kentucky University and the Green River Regional Educational Cooperative

through a Wallace Foundation Grant for improving principal preparation. The University

Principal Preparation Initiative (UPPI) Grant focused on updating state policy and

practice related to effective principal preparation. The UPPI stakeholder group brought

together all related organizations for principal development, preparation, and professional

training to review the regulation on principal preparation, as well as other educational

leadership regulations. At the February 12, 2018 meeting, at the recommendation of the

UPPI stakeholders, the Board approved the adoption of the Professional Standards for

Educational Leaders (PSEL) as the updated standards for all educational leadership

preparation programs in Kentucky. These national standards articulate the knowledge and

skills expected of school leaders.

Summary: The full recommendations from the UPPI stakeholder group were approved

by the Board at the August 20, 2018 meeting. 16 KAR 3:090, incorporates the

recommendations of the UPPI stakeholders into one regulation for Advanced Educational

Leadership. That regulation is before the Board for a second reading. This repealer will

repeal 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030, 16 KAR 3:040 and 16 KAR 3:050,

when the new regulation becomes effective.



UPPI Stakeholder Group

December 10, 2018 Meeting Information Item

The UPPI stakeholder group brought together all related organizations for principal

development, preparation, and professional training to review the regulation on principal

preparation, as well as other educational leadership regulations. This group made

recommendations to the Board to update the administrative regulations.

Contact Person: Ms. Cassie Trueblood, Policy Advisor


(502) 564-4606


_________________________



EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CABINET 1

Education Professional Standards Board 2

(Repealer) 3

16 KAR 3:011. Repeal of 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030, 16 KAR 3:040, and 16 4

KAR 3:050. 5

Section 1. The following administrative regulations are hereby repealed: 6

(1) 16 KAR 3:010, Certification for school superintendent; 7

(2) 16 KAR 3:020, Certification for supervisor of instruction; 8

(3) 16 KAR 3:030, Professional certificate for directors and assistant directors of pupil per-9

sonnel; 10

(4) 16 KAR 3:040, Director of special education; and 11

(5) 16 KAR 3:050, Professional certificate for instructional leadership-school principal, all 12

grades. 13

December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item A


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 3:090: Certifications for Advanced Educational Leaders, Notice of Intent


The Education Professional Standards Board should approve a new regulation

establishing the requirements for all advanced educational leaders.

Rationale:

The regulatory updates based on the recommendations from the stakeholders will

streamline the regulations for Advanced Educational Leaders and implement the national

standards that articulate the knowledge and skills expected of school leaders.

Action Question:

Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve a new regulation

establishing the requirements for all advanced educational leaders?


KRS 161.020, 161.027, 161.028, 161.030, 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR

3:030, 16 KAR 3:040, 16 KAR 3:050

History/Background:

Existing Policy: The requirements for administrative preparation and certification are

currently divided among five regulations: 16 KAR 3:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030,

16 KAR 3:040, and 16 KAR 3:050. The UPPI stakeholder group brought together all

related organizations for principal development, preparation, and professional training to

review the regulation on principal preparation, as well as other educational leadership

regulations. At the February 12, 2018 meeting, at the recommendation of the UPPI

stakeholders, the Board approved the adoption of the Professional Standards for

Educational Leaders as the updated standards for all educational leadership preparation

programs in Kentucky. These national standards articulate the knowledge and skills

expected of school leaders. At the August 20, 2018 meeting, the Board approved the full

recommendations from the UPPI stakeholder group.

Summary: At the October 8, 2018 meeting, the Board reviewed the proposed regulation

16 KAR 3:090, Certifications for Advanced Educational Leaders. The proposed

regulation incorporated the recommendations of the UPPI stakeholders into one

regulation for Advanced Educational Leadership. The proposed regulation generated a lot

of discussion around the inclusion of flexibility for educator preparation programs to

admit principal candidates who had not yet received their Rank II. Therefore, staff is

bringing two versions of the proposed regulation for Board review and potential action.

The first regulation requires all candidates for admission to advanced educational leader

December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item A

programs to possess a Rank II. The second allows flexibility for educator preparation

programs to admit principal candidates who have not received their Rank II. A copy of

the proposed regulations will be provided with the addendum materials.



UPPI Stakeholder Group

The UPPI stakeholder group brought together all related organizations for principal

development, preparation, and professional training to review the regulation on principal

preparation, as well as other educational leadership regulations. This group made

recommendations to the Board to update the administrative regulations.

Contact Person: Ms. Cassie Trueblood, Policy Advisor and Special Counsel


(502) 564-4606


_________________________



December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item B

KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION STAFF NOTE Action/Discussion Item: Request for SARA Approval for Liberty University’s School Counselor Programs Commissioner’s Recommendation: The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve Liberty University’s submitted programs. Rationale: Liberty University submitted written evidence of compliance with EPSB’s requirements under the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement for program approval. Action Question: Should the EPSB approve the educator preparation programs submitted by Liberty University?

Applicable Statute or Regulation: KRS 161.028, KRS 161.030, 16 KAR 3:060, 16 KAR 5:020, 16 KAR 8:010, 16 KAR 8:020 History/Background: Existing Policy: Beginning December 1, 2016, Kentucky became a member of the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA). This agreement among member states, districts and territories establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state. SARA is overseen by a National Council and is administered by four regional education compacts (i.e, SREB). In order for the Board to approve educator preparation programs that are NC-SARA members, located out-of-state and offered exclusively online, the educator preparation program has to demonstrate compliance with the applicable Kentucky requirements. To date, the Board has approved three out-of-state universities through the SARA process. Summary: Liberty University is requesting approval for the following programs:

Provisional School Counselor – Master’s for Rank II; Master’s for Rank I Standard School Counselor – Certification only School Counselor – Planned 5th year program for Rank II (rank change only) School Counselor – Planned 6th year program for Rank I (rank change only)

Liberty is currently NCATE and SACS accredited. As evidenced by the application, Liberty University is recognized to grant degrees by the Virginia Board of Education. The M.Ed. in School Counseling program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) and requires a 3.0 GPA for admission. The M.Ed. program is a 48-hour degree program that includes 15 hours of advanced education core courses,

December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item B

24 hours of coursework specific for school counseling, and 9 hours in clinical practice including internship experiences at both the elementary and secondary level. The 21st Century Skills of critical thinking, communication, creativity, and collaboration are assessed at Gate 2 (formal admission into the M.Ed. in School Counseling program). During the internship, candidates seeking Kentucky licensure will review the Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky School Certified Personnel. Candidates are assessed on the following dispositions: social responsibility, commitment, reflection, integrity, and professionalism. Candidates complete self, site supervisor, and faculty supervisor assessments of dispositions. Budget Impact: There is no budgetary impact. Groups Consulted and Brief Summary of Responses: Staff has reviewed Liberty’s application and determined that they have met the requirements for approval. Contact Person: Ms. Sharon Salsman, Program Coordinator Division of Educator Preparation, Assessment, and Internship Office of Educator Licensure and Effectiveness (502) 564-4606 E-mail: [email protected] ___________________________ Commissioner of Education Date: December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item C


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: Guidelines for Approval of Proficiency Evaluation Plans


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should approve the guidelines to

assist educator preparation providers (EPPs) in obtaining approval to perform proficiency

evaluations.

Rationale:

16 KAR 5:030, Proficiency Evaluation, identifies the requirements for EPPs to develop a

process by which an EPP may evaluate an educator seeking certification to recognize

competency and proficiency. The guidelines outline the process by which the EPPs

submit and have the Proficiency Evaluation plans approved.

Action Question Commissioner’s Recommendation:

Should the EPSB approve the guidelines for approval of proficiency evaluations?


KRS 161.020, KRS 161.030, 16 KAR 2:010, 16 KAR 5:030

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:030, establishes the regulatory requirements for proficiency

evaluations. The regulation was first established in 1975, and was recently revised in

2018. Kentucky Statutes require that educators and other professional school personnel

hold certificates of legal qualifications for their respective positions to be issued upon

completion of programs of preparation. The traditional means of recognizing competency

and proficiency for educator preparation is by earning academic credits. 16 KAR 5:030

provides an alternative means for recognizing competency and proficiency other than

academic credit. The regulation requires that an EPP submit a plan for Board approval

that sets forth the process by which they shall conduct proficiency evaluations.

Summary: The guidelines were drafted by staff to establish a process by which EPPs

submit their documentation for approval. The guidelines are included for Board review

and approval.


Kentucky Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (KACTE)

EPP leaders

December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item C

On November 1, 2018, staff shared the proposed guidelines with all the EPP leaders via

email. This email included a request for feedback. No feedback was received.

Contact Person: Ms. Allison Bell, Program Consultant II



(502) 564-4606

Email: [email protected]

_________________________




Education Professional Standards Board Proficiency Evaluation (16 KAR 5:030) Guidelines

Approved:_______________ Background The traditional means of recognizing competency and proficiency for educator preparation is by earning academic credits. This administrative regulation provides an alternate means for recognizing competency and proficiency within an educator preparation program (EPP) approved by the Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) for initial certification, another certification area, endorsement, or extension. The EPP may only conduct proficiency evaluations for existing, EPSB-approved EPPs. When conducting a proficiency evaluation, the EPP may assess proficiency by considering any of the following factors: previous education; comparable experience; or proficiency assessment at a level comparable to the usual requirements in the content area in which the educator is seeking certification.

Submitting an Application • An EPP should notify EPSB of the its intent to conduct proficiency evaluations by submitting an email to

Allison Bell ([email protected]) or Margaret Hockensmith ([email protected]) • The EPP should attach the plan that sets forth the process by which it will conduct the proficiency

evaluation to assess a candidate’s attainment of the applicable educational program standards

Plan Components • Identify the programs for which the EPP plans to conduct proficiency evaluation • Describe the process for evaluating a candidate’s proficiency • Identify the assessment used to measure the performance-based standards (must be comparable to

currently approved program) • Identify the requirements for admission (16 KAR 5:020) and completion; educators holding a valid

Kentucky certificate seeking another certification area are not required to meet the admission requirements established in 16 KAR 5:020(1)(2)(b) and 16 KAR 5:020(1)(3)(b)

• Describe the required field experiences for candidates who are not employed in the area for which certification is sought

• Include a sample of the Employment Eligibility letter

Timeline for Implementation • For Spring approval, proficiency plan applications must be submitted to EPSB on or before November 1 • For Fall approval, proficiency plan applications must be submitted to EPSB on or before April 1

Applying for the Proficiency Provisional Certification (renewable for up to two years) • The candidate must submit a complete Proficiency Provisional Application Form, including the Educator

Learning Plan (ELP) that outlines the necessary requirements to complete the program (similar to a curriculum contract/guide sheet)

• The EPP is responsible for recommending that EPSB issue certification to candidates who are eligible under the proficiency regulation

• Upon completion of ELP, candidate requests Professional certificate (CA-1 Application)



December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item D


STAFF NOTE


16 KAR 5:010. Waiver of the Teacher Leader Master’s Requirements


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should waive the requirements in

16 KAR 5:010, Section 12, for master’s degree and 5th year non-degree programs for

Rank II.

Rationale:

In light of the EPSB’s August 20, 2018 waiver of the Rank II requirement, this waiver

will provide Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) with more flexibility to develop

programs that address the professional development needs of teachers and districts.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB waive the program requirements in 16 KAR 5:010, Section 12 for

master’s degree and 5th year non-degree programs for Rank II?


KRS 161.028, 16 KAR 5:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:010, Section 12, identifies the program design components

and program curriculum for any education master’s program or planned fifth-year

program that does not lead to an additional base or restricted base certificate. These

programs are known as the Teacher Leader programs.

Summary: To allow more flexibility in the creation of programs leading to Rank II, a

waiver of 16 KAR 5:010, Section 12, is necessary for EPPs. This waiver will allow EPPs

in Kentucky to develop and earn EPSB approval for innovative programs to address

teachers, schools, and district’s professional development needs.

Budget Impact: This waiver will require resources, including staff, to facilitate the

review process of additional programs.


Division of Educator Preparation, Assessment, and Internship


(502) 782-2142



December 10, 2018 Meeting Action Item D

_________________________



December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver A


STAFF NOTE


16 KAR 3:010-3:050. Request to Waive ISLLC and TSSA Standards for Educator Preparation

Providers.


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should waive ISLLC and TSSA Standards

for Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs).

Rationale:

This waiver will allow EPPs to begin transitioning their current educational administration

programs to the new standards.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB waive the ISLLC and TSSA Standards identified in 16 KAR 3:010-3:050 for

all EPPs in Kentucky?


KRS 161.029, 16 KAR 5:010, 16 KAR 3:020, 16 KAR 3:030, 16 KAR 3:040, 16 KAR 3:050

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 3:010 Section 2, 16 KAR 3:020 Section 4, 16 KAR 3:030 Section 5,

16 KAR 3:040, and 16 KAR 3:050 Section 8, require programs for certification as an educational

administrator to align with the six standards included in the “Interstate School Leaders Licensure

Consortium Standards for School Leaders, 2008” and the six standards included in the

“Technology Standards for School Administrators.”

Summary: In February 2018, the EPSB adopted the Professional Standards for Educational

Leaders (PSEL) for all educational leadership programs. These standards are incorporated in the

proposed regulation 16 KAR 3:090, which is slated for a seconding reading at the December

meeting. A waiver of the ISLLC and TSSA standards identified in the current regulations will

allow EPPs to begin transitioning their educational leadership programs to the PSEL standards,

while the proposed regulation completes the legislative process.


Contact Person:




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December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver A

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Date:

December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver B


STAFF NOTE


16 KAR 5:060. Request to Waive the International Reading Association Standards 2010:

Middle and High School Content Classroom Teacher, for Educator Preparation Providers.


The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) should waive the International

Reading Association Standards 2010: Middle and High School Content Classroom

Teacher, for Educator Preparation Providers.

Rationale:

This waiver will allow Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) to begin transitioning their

current programs to the new standards.

Action Question:

Should the EPSB waive the International Reading Association Standards identified in 16

KAR 5:060?


KRS 161.028, 16 KAR 5:060

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:060, identifies the International Reading Association

Standards 2010: Middle and High School Content Classroom Teacher, as a requirement

for each middle school, high school, Grades 5-12, and Grades P-12 certification program.

While founded as the International Reading Association (IRA), the association’s name

was changed to the International Literacy Association (ILA) a few years ago. When 16

KAR 5:060 became effective, the standards that existed were the 2010 version. In August

2018, the association released the 2017 version of the Standards for the Preparation of

Literacy Professionals.

Summary: A waiver of the current regulation is necessary for EPPs to begin realigning

their programs with the 2017 version of the ILA standards, while staff revises 16 KAR

5:060 to reflect the new standards.



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December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver B

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December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver C


STAFF NOTE


16 KAR 5:040. Waiver of Cooperating Teacher Eligibility Requirements for Bonnie Lewis.

Action Question:

Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve the waiver request from the

University of Kentucky (UK) for Ms. Bonnie Lewis?


16 KAR 5:040

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 5:040, Section 1 (1)(b), requires a Cooperating Teacher to have at

least three (3) years of teaching experience as a certified educator.

Summary: UK has requested that one of their student teachers be placed in Ms. Bonnie Lewis’

classroom in the Spring 2019. At that time, Ms. Lewis will have two and one half of the required

three years of teaching experience as a certified educator. According to the attached letters of

support, she has proven to be an exceptional teacher and she demonstrates the qualifications that

UK requires for their student teachers. Also, she has demonstrated a high degree of competency

in her practice and the qualities needed for mentoring.


Contact Person:

Ms. Cathy Jackson, Cooperating Teacher Program



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Date:

December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver D


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for Nicholas

Stephens.

Action Question: Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve the request that the

requirements of 16 KAR 2:120 be waived for a second issuance of an emergency

certification?

Applicable Statute or Regulation: KRS 161.010, KRS 161.028, KRS 161.030, 16 KAR 2:120

History/Background:

Existing Policy: The regulation only allows issuance of a subsequent emergency

certification under two circumstances:

1. The emergency certificate was issued after February 15 of a school year; or

2. The emergency certificate was issued for less than fifty (50) percent of the

person’s class schedule

Summary: Magoffin County Schools has not been able to find a fully certified teacher

for Agriculture. Nicholas Stephens was emergency certified for this area during the

2017-2018 school year. He is currently working with Murray State University through

the Proficiency Evaluation process, but Murray is unable to recommend him for the

certification until he completes coursework that he is enrolled in currently.


Contact Person: Ms. Crystal Hord, Program Consultant

Division of Certification


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Date:

December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver E


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for Katlynn

Brown.



certification?


History/Background:


certification under two circumstances:

1. The emergency certificate was issued after February 15 of a school year; or

2. The emergency certificate was issued for less than fifty (50) percent of the

person’s class schedule

Summary: Woodford County Schools has not been able to find a fully certified teacher

for Agriculture at the middle school. They have had six teachers in eight years. Katlynn

Brown was emergency certified for this area during the 2017-2018 school year. She has

completed the required certification program through the University of Kentucky, but is

lacking the passing test scores to be certified.





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December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver F


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 2:120. Request to Waive Emergency Certificate Requirements for Bridgett

Duke.



certification?


History/Background:


certification under two circumstances: 1. The emergency certificate was issued after February 15 of a school year; or

2. The emergency certificate was issued for less than fifty (50) percent of the person’s

class schedule

Summary: Bridgett Duke is currently enrolled in the University of Kentucky’s (UK)

Visually Impaired certification program, but has not completed the required 9 hours from

the program to qualify for a Probationary Certificate. Kentucky School for the Blind

(KSB) is requesting that she be allowed a second emergency certification for the current

school year while she continues her program at UK. KSB will apply for the Probationary

Certificate following this school year. Ms. Duke was previously emergency certified in

Art during the 2015-2016 school year in another district.





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Date:

December 10, 2018

December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver G


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 2:010. Request to Waive Grade Level Restrictions for three Bell County Middle

School Teachers: Sarah Napier, Clifton Caldwell, and Lisa Hall.

Action Question: Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve Bell County’s request that

the grade restriction requirements of 16 KAR 2:010 be waived and allow these three

teachers to teach their content area to 4th grade students?

Applicable Statute or Regulation: 16 KAR 2:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 2:010, restricts middle school teachers with Grades 5-9

Certification to teaching the content area to students in the 5th- 9th grades.

Summary: Bell County has a K-3 primary and 4-8 middle school structure within their

K-8 configured schools. Due to the scheduling of the periods, the district needs the

middle school teachers to be able to teach their content to 4th grade students for one

period a day. Bell County has made this request for the past several years as their K-8

elementary teachers have reached retirement. The small enrollment at these schools

prevent the schools from hiring additional elementary certified teachers. The middle

schools are on a seven period day, and without this waiver, Bell County is only able to

utilize these middle school teachers for four periods of their instructional day. If these

teachers are able to teach their content to 4th grade students, it allows for an additional

period of content instruction.





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December 10, 2018 Meeting Waiver H


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: 16 KAR 3:010. Request to Allow Other Administrative Experience to Meet

Requirements for Issuance of Superintendent Certification for Joshua Hatfield.

Action Question: Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve the applicant’s request to

allow previous “other” administrative experience to meet the requirements for issuance of

the superintendent certification?

Applicable Statute or Regulation: 16 KAR 3:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: 16 KAR 3:010(1)(c) requires applicants for superintendent certification

to have two (2) or more years of certified administrator experience in a position of school

principal, supervisor of instruction, guidance counselor, director of pupil personnel,

director of special education, school business administrator, local district coordinator of

vocational education, or a coordinator, administrator, or supervisor of district-wide

services, prior to issuance of the superintendent certification. Other administrative

experience may be substituted for this requirement with the approval of the Board.

Summary: Joshua Hatfield completed an Education Specialist degree at Lincoln

Memorial University in 2014, which resulted in superintendent certification in Tennessee.

He has since completed a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at the University of the

Cumberlands. During his time at the University of the Cumberlands, Mr. Hatfield served

in a director role for three years. Mr. Hatfield also provided verification of six months

experience as a grant director at Hazard Community and Technical College, and one year

as special education department head at Somerset Independent Schools.





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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application A


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: Option 1 Alternative Route to Certification Application, Samantha M. Kline.

Action Question: Should the Education Professional Standards Board approve the alternative route to

certification application?

Applicable Statute or Regulation: KRS 161.048, 161.030, 161.028, 16 KAR 9:010

History/Background:

Existing Policy: The applicant must meet a minimum GPA requirement, and must have

either a major in the academic area, or passing score on the academic content assessment.

The applicant must also have a job offer in the academic area for which certification is

requested in a Kentucky school district.

Summary: Fayette County Schools has submitted the CA-265 application and portfolio

for Samantha M. Kline. The district is requesting that the Board approve her application

for certification in the area of Agriculture, Grades 5-12. The application and portfolio

will be included under separate cover.


Groups Consulted and Brief Summary of Responses: Cassie Trueblood, Policy Advisor and Special Counsel

Crystal Hord, Program Consultant

The applicant meets the minimum GPA requirement, and has a major in the academic

area. Fayette County Schools has offered the applicant a job as an agriculture teacher.

The Board will need to determine if the applicant’s work experience constitutes

exceptional work experience.




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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application A

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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application B


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: Option 1 Alternative Route to Certification Application, Scott P. Gray.




History/Background:





Summary: Covington Independent Schools has submitted the CA-265 application and

portfolio for Scott P. Gray. The district is requesting that the Board approve his

application for certification in the area of Physical Education and Health, Grades K-

12. The application and portfolio will be included under separate cover.





area. Covington Independent Schools has offered the applicant a job as a PE and Health

teacher. The Board will need to determine if the applicant’s work experience constitutes

exceptional work experience.




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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application B

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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application C


STAFF NOTE

Action/Discussion Item: Option 1 Alternative Route to Certification Application, Wesley Bart Bellairs.




History/Background:





Summary: Scott County Schools has submitted the CA-265 application and portfolio for

Wesley Bart Bellairs. The district is requesting that the Board approve his application for

certification in the area of Physical Education, Grades K-12. The application and

portfolio will be included under separate cover.





area. Scott County Schools has offered the applicant a job as a PE teacher. The Board

will need to determine if the applicant’s work experience constitutes exceptional work

experience.




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December 10, 2018 Meeting Alternative Route Application C

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Documents

Monday, December 10, 2018...December 10, 2018 Agenda Board Comments Closed Session Review Following a motion in open session pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (c) and (1)(j), it is anticipated